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The Thatch, Thame, Oxfordshire

The Thatch

4.7
4.7
835 Reviews
£26 to £40
British

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 17 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Welcome to The Thatch. This bar and restaurant is tucked cosily inside a beautiful 16th century half-timbered thatched cottage amid a row of charming historic houses right in the heart of Thame. Inglenook fireplaces, exposed beams, a cosy atmosphere and a warm welcome all await you. The Thatch offers Modern British-influenced, wholesome country food made with the freshest seasonal
ingredients. There are interesting wines from small vineyards and a choice of traditional ales always on tap. Perfect for relaxed lunches and special occasions. Private dining also available.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Home Style
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British, Gastro Pub, Modern European
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 10:00 am–11:30 pm Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    01844 214340
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    James Durrant
  • Private party facilities
    The Red Room is our quaint Private Dining room, perfectly suited for up to 14 guests. Intimate dining at it's finest. Our open fire snug provides a warming space for your nearest and dearest or the ideal place to meet with your team.
  • Neighbourhood
    Thame
  • Parking details
    Rear car park. Parking available on main road in front of the restaurant
  • Public transit
    Bus to Oxford / Aylesbury from out side the Pub. Nearest railway station is Haddenham and Thame.
  • Entertainment
    Regular local acoustic acts in the Bar on Sunday Evenings
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 835 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    Best Overall

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    Best Food

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    Best Ambience

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    Good for special occasions

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    British

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Thatch offers a delightful dining experience with "fantastic food" and a "lovely" ambiance. Guests commend the "brilliant staff" and varied menu, perfect for a relaxing meal on their outdoor deck. Although some dishes may be pricey, the overall atmosphere and attentive service make it a "highly recommended" destination.

835 Reviews
  1. Phil

    Hampshire

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Thatch is consistently the best place to eat in Thame. Not a cheap option but the quality is excellent and the staff are just brilliant. You get what you pay for and a full restaurant, mid-week, shows that others must agree.

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  2. Geraldine

    London

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Super atmosphere, menu and attentive staff. A real gem in Thame.

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  3. Clarisse

    Oxford

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Totally Fabulous!! Like every year...I'll be back !!

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  4. Rosalind

    Oxford

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 1, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Waited over one hour for a main course and had to go and ask for dessert menu. Food was satisfactory but disappointed as food on website not available. We were given the bottle of wine as an apology for the time waiting and we did give the discretionary 10% tip as it’s not the staff’s fault , but normally a lack of staff training .
    The ThatchResponded on November 4, 2024
    Dear Rosalind I am very sorry that we weren't able to deliver the experience you had hoped for. If you'd like to share more details of the visit and how we can improve, please contact me directly. Kind Regards Evelin

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  5. Susie

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Sunday roasts were great but some dishes had run out when we got there at 3 pm . Overall food was delicious freshly cooked and very helpful staff dealing with a person with allergies making tasty adaptations to meals. Thank you!

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  6. Peter

    Oxford

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    A nice place with good food and attentive staff. However it’s was very noisy/echo in the main room making conversation difficult and some of the dishes were overpriced

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  7. Rab

    London

    38 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great lunch. We’ve been to the Thatch a few times snd it is consistently excellent. Will be back soon.

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  8. Kirsten

    London

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a great night. Service was exceptional and the food was superb - we were all singing its praises the next day.

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  9. Jonathan

    Oxford

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great with very friendly service and quiet ambience.

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  10. Clive

    Oxford

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Yet again another superb meal at the Thatch. Ev and her team went beyond expectations to present their new menu and present well prepared and served quality items on the menu in an amazing ambience. Definitely the best restaurant in Thame and we will visit again in the near future. Highly recommended when you want an excellent evening out! Clive

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The Thatch is rated 4.7 stars by 835 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 17 times today
Google Map for The Thatch

29-30 Lower High Street, Thame, Oxfordshire OX9 2AA

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Thame
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 10:00 am–11:30 pm Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British, Gastro Pub, Modern European
  • Dining style
    Home Style
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Rear car park. Parking available on main road in front of the restaurant
  • Public transit
    Bus to Oxford / Aylesbury from out side the Pub. Nearest railway station is Haddenham and Thame.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    James Durrant
  • Entertainment
    Regular local acoustic acts in the Bar on Sunday Evenings
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    01844 214340
  • Private party facilities
    The Red Room is our quaint Private Dining room, perfectly suited for up to 14 guests. Intimate dining at it's finest. Our open fire snug provides a warming space for your nearest and dearest or the ideal place to meet with your team.
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